Remembering the Fallen of Menard: Sixty Years Since the 1965 Riot
November 23 marks 60 years since one of the darkest days in the history of Illinois corrections. On November 23, 1965, Lieutenant Lewis M. Paul, Lieutenant Arthur L. Kisro, and Correctional Officer George L. Wilson of the Menard Correctional Center were killed in the line of duty during a violent prison riot that erupted just […]
Remembering Correctional Officer Rodney Foster — 30 Years Later
On November 17, 1995, the Siskiyou County Sheriff’s Department lost Correctional Officer Rodney Foster, a dedicated professional whose life was tragically cut short while performing a routine duty in service to his facility and community. As we mark the 30th anniversary of his End of Watch, we pause to honor his commitment, his sacrifice, and […]
Honoring Lieutenant William S. Warfield — 55 Years Later
This week marks 55 years since the loss of Lieutenant William S. Warfield of the Washington State Penitentiary, a dedicated corrections professional who gave his life in the line of duty on November 17, 1970. More than five decades later, we continue to honor his service, remember his sacrifice, and recognize the legacy he left […]
Honoring Senior Corrections Officer John H. Paskewicz Sr. — A Legacy of Service and Sacrifice
On November 16, 2010, Senior Corrections Officer John H. Paskewicz Sr. of the Maine Correctional Center gave his life in service to others. Today, as we mark the anniversary of his End of Watch, the Correctional Peace Officers Foundation pauses to honor his extraordinary career, his devotion to duty, and the legacy he left behind […]
Remembering Correctional Officer Gary Chapin — 15 Years Later
On this 15th anniversary of his End of Watch, we pause to honor Correctional Officer Gary Chapin of the Crawford County Correctional Facility in Pennsylvania, whose life of service and sacrifice continues to resonate deeply within the corrections community. Officer Chapin passed away on November 15, 2010, succumbing to injuries sustained one month earlier after […]
When Everything Was Lost: Standing with Sgt. Fain After a Devastating House Fire
On October 20, 2025, Sergeant Fain of Mayo Correctional Institution faced an unimaginable tragedy when a house fire destroyed his home, leaving it a complete loss. In a matter of moments, he lost not only his residence but all personal belongings, memories, and the sense of stability every family deserves. During moments like these, the […]
Standing Strong: Supporting Officer Logan Johnson on His Road to Recovery
The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation (CPOF) was honored to recently present a Catastrophic Assistance Program (CAP) check to Officer Logan Johnson, a respected member of the Florida Department of Corrections and the son of Lieutenant Eric Young and Nurse Melody Young. Earlier this year, Officer Johnson was involved in a serious motorcycle accident that resulted […]
Honoring Deputy Sheriff Edward Martinez — 45 Years Later
On November 15, 1980, the Denver Sheriff’s Department and the broader corrections community lost Deputy Sheriff Edward Martinez, a dedicated public servant whose life and career were marked by courage, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to protecting his community. This year marks the 45th anniversary of Deputy Martinez’s line-of-duty death — a solemn milestone that […]
Standing Strong: Supporting Amy Williams
The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation’s Catastrophic Assistance Program (CAP) continues to make a difference for correctional professionals facing unexpected hardships. Through this program, CPOF provides direct financial assistance to officers and staff experiencing serious illness, injury, or other personal crises — a reflection of our ongoing commitment to “Taking Care of Our Own.” Recently, Amy […]
Carrying Forward Compassion: Remembering Lt. Kevin Kirby
The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation’s Catastrophic Assistance Program (CAP) exists to offer comfort, relief, and tangible support to correctional professionals and their families in times of unimaginable loss. Every card, every note, and every expression of gratitude reminds us that behind each case of assistance is a family navigating heartbreak — and a community standing […]
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